Category Archives: Men’s Health Issues
What Is An EMG Test?
An EMG test will determine if you have a deadly neurological disease, as well as many benign conditions. But exactly is involved during an EMG test? (Does it hurt?) I sat in on an EMG test that was recently done on my mother, and it’s actually a very fascinating invention of medical technology. Continue reading
Bacterial Prostatitis Symptoms – An Overview
Older men often suffer from irritation and swelling of the prostate gland; this condition is known as prostatitis. It is usually caused by a bacterial infection; the bacteria enter the prostate through the urethra via the backward flow of infected urine into the prostate ducts. The prostate gland can become infected by any type of bacteria that can cause urinary tract infections (UTI). Continue reading
What is a Root Canal?
When you are told you need a root canal, it is generally because the nerve in your tooth has been damaged and is starting to die, or in some cases has slowly gone bad over time. This can happen due to decay in the tooth that has reached the nerve, or trauma from a blow to the tooth or in an accident where the tooth has been hit. Also sometimes a tooth can develop a crack that can reach the nerve and allow bacteria from your mouth to enter through the crack into the nerve and cause it to go bad. Many times there is pain, or sensitivity to hot or cold things during this degenerative process, but not always. Continue reading
Do I Have Herpes: The Symptoms of Genital Herpes for Men and Women
Do I have herpes you wonder to yourself? If you’ve recently had unprotected intercourse, have been with an unfaithful partner, and notice some changes to your genital area, your first thought should be whether or not the changes are due to an STD, such as genital herpes. Continue reading
Common Misdiagnoses Due to Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Recently, I sent a couple of my family members to get tested for a gene called Plasminogen Activator Inhibitor. Reason being is the fact I was diagnosed with it myself and learned that it also may be genetic. My doctor wasn’t able to tell me that much about this gene due to the fact that it is pretty new to American Doctors. So I had to do most of the research myself to get any straight answers about this Plasminogen Activator Inhibitor Gene. I did find that this gene has been associated with a wide variety of diseases and disorders. The majority of the problems that derive from this particular gene are also a lot of the common complaints that my family members have. Continue reading
Side Effects of 200 Milligrams of Lamictal
Lamictal is a drug that is used to treat bipolar disorder and seizures. I have been taking it for over two months now. If you are prescribed it, you will start out on 25 milligrams and gradually work your way up to 100 milligrams in five weeks. The gradual dosage increase protects you from adverse side effects of drugs like severe rash and migraines. I have been on it for over two months now and have worked my way up to 200 milligrams of this mood stabilizing drug. Continue reading
Take on Metformin Side Effects and Its Substitute
Diabetes is a crippling disease (that causes weight loss), and it is (indirectly) a leading cause of death in developed and under-developed countries. Sadly, it also has no cure, or so they say. The medications prescribed are only to control and regulate the effects and symptoms rather than remove the cause of the disease. How many people have suffered due to this narrow vision in the methodology of treating sickness? But there is hope; more of that later. Continue reading
The Diverse Types of Dental Policy
Dental coverage is 1 of the most sought after benefits of workers when it comes to organization settlement and also the likes. It’s one of the important plans that even those that do not have it covered in their company’s advantages always get one. That’s why it is important that you pick the right dental insurance coverage plan for you and your family. Continue reading
Safety and Side Effects of Melatonin as Treatment for Insomnia
In response to darkness (as during the nighttime when we’re in bed), our body produces melatonin. This hormone, which is derived from serotonin (a neurotransmitter found in the brain and blood serum), is secreted by the pineal gland of the brain. This natural process of melatonin-secretion takes place especially during the night when lights are off. More than anything else, it is melatonin that induces us to sleep the moment we retire at night. During daytime, the production of melatonin is considerably lessened. It is for this reason that melatonin is recognized as our ‘body clock’ setter. Continue reading
Signs and Symptoms of Gallbladder Problems
The gallbladder is a small, pear shaped organ, situated just underneath and behind the liver. It aids in food digestion and stores bile. The liver makes bile, which, when secreted from the gallbladder helps break down fat from foods you eat. The most common cause of gallbladder problems is gallstones. Continue reading